Introducing Coffex: A 60-Year Legacy of Coffee Excellence Now at Segafredo

Segafredo Zanetti has long stood by the motto that it’s more than just a cup of coffee; it’s an experience to be enjoyed. As part of the Massimo Zanetti Beverage Group, we touched down in Aotearoa in 2014 following the acquisition of Espressoworkz Ltd., and we have been championing top-notch coffee in every corner of […]

The Coffee Bloom: What it Is and Why it Matters

A spoon filled with coffee beans on top of a table photo

If you’ve been brewing coffee for a while, you’ve probably stumbled across a term that sounds almost magical: the coffee bloom. Maybe you’ve seen it in a recipe, or watched it happen when you tried a pour-over and thought, what on earth is this bubbling, frothing thing? This little piece of café jargon is shorthand […]

Arabica vs. Robusta: Which Coffee Bean is Right for You?

Here’s the thing about coffee: we could impose a lot of rules on it. We could say that there is only one way to enjoy the perfect cup, to brew a great cup, to seek out the perfect kind of bean. But that’s just not true. You’re a coffee drinker, so if it’s warm, dark, […]

How to Choose the Best Coffee Machine for a Busy Office

There’s a reason that coffee machines for the office are often referred to as the heartbeat of a workplace. In a busy office, every morning is the start of a new round of opportunities to succeed. Coffee is one of the things that makes this energy possible, powering productivity, boosting morale, and helping create those […]

Top Features to Look For in a Café-Grade Espresso Machine

If you’re setting up a café, you probably love coffee enough to make it your day job. This will serve you well as you look for your café-grade espresso machine. Your coffee machine is more than just a piece of equipment. It’s the tool that your team will rely on, day in and day out, […]

How to Froth Milk with an Espresso Machine

There’s one thing that unites everyone who admires their local barista: a little bit of envy. After all, who wouldn’t want to be able to produce beautiful latte art in a tiny tulip cup, or whip up perfectly-foamed milk in a heartbeat? With modern coffee technology being what it is, it’s not nearly as hard […]

How to Tell if Coffee Beans Are Stale

Knowing how to tell if your coffee beans are fresh can help you enjoy every cup without compromise. Did you know that although you don’t want stale beans, you also don’t want beans that are too fresh? So, how do you tell if coffee beans are stale? Here, we will explore what is likely to […]

Difference Between Espresso Machines and Drip Coffee Makers

Coffee. The world runs on it. With most of the world falling under the coffee-drinking umbrella, it’s no surprise that there are many different ways to brew that perfect cup each morning. Chemex drips, French plungers, and even Moka pots have all carved out their niche for coffee lovers all over the world. But two […]

How Coffee Machines Impact Your Coffee’s Flavour

We’d argue that coffee is more than just a drink. It’s a ritual, a comfort, the kind of unbeatable pick-me-up that can turn even the toughest day around. It’s a companion on long nights, a friend during early mornings… really, it’s with us during all our highs and lows. For such an important beverage, many […]

How Can I Tell When the Coffee Beans are Perfectly Roasted?

When it comes to coffee, the New Zealand palate may be one of the most refined in the world. We love good coffee here, and we have many places we can go to find that coffee. So, how can you stand out from the crowd when you are serving coffee to customers at your cafe? […]